Job vacancy: Sales Supervisor (Part-time) at plant nursery in Lasswade
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Gold Medal winning team at Kevock Garden Plants, Lasswade. We are a small nursery specialising in rare and unusual alpine, bog and woodland plants.
As Sales Supervisor, you will take responsibility for our Sales Department, overseeing the processing of plant and bulb orders (both mail order and wholesale) from receipt through to dispatch, (we are not open to the public). The role is ideal for someone who is looking to work in a busy nursery environment, as an integral part of a close-knit, friendly and knowledgeable team. We have a wide range of skills and come from a wide range of backgrounds. The successful applicant will also be able to gain hands-on experience at shows and have ample opportunity to expand their horticultural knowledge.
Applicants must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills with both customers and colleagues (including volunteers and students), skills in organising, attention to detail and a willingness to learn. They should be computer literate (particularly in Word, Excel and happy to learn to use our database) as well as interested in plants.
The role involves working both indoors and out, and applicants should be able to lift and carry crates of plants.
This is a flexible part time role, normally working 20 hours a week (with the option to work more at busy times of year). Days worked should include Monday and Tuesday.
Wages dependent on experience.
Please apply with a CV and a covering letter highlighting your relevant experience to [email protected] by 1st Dec. 2021.
You can find out more about us at www.kevockgarden.co.uk